2 1/2 c. applesauce
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. white sugar
5 1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. nuts
1 c. shortening
1 box raisins
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. salt

You can put candied pineapple, dates or other fruits you choose.

Have applesauce hot. Add soda, then shortening and sugar. Let cool a little, then add flour. Then add raisins and nuts drizzled in a little flour.

Bake at 350°F for 2 hours, then reduce heat to 300°F the last 30 minutes.